Forum slated on sustainable farming and world wealth
October 18, 2011
"Agriculture: Sustainability and world wealth" is the theme of an upcoming forum that will explore farming as a necessary variable to achieve development, to combat hunger and create wealth. The event is slated for Oct. 20, starting at 8 a.m. at the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus School of Education.
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Puerto Rico CPA Society to host recycling event
October 17, 2011
As part of its environmentally friendly agenda, the Puerto Rico CPA Society will host a paper recycling event, Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organization members will be charged a fee of $2.50 per box — up to five boxes — delivered to the Capital Center building in Hato Rey. Non-members will have to pay $5 per box, for the same five-box limit.
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BBVA’s ‘El Libretazo’ sweepstake in its 12th edition
October 13, 2011
BBVA announced Wednesday the start of its 12th consecutive edition of “El Libretazo” sweepstake, through which it will give away 87 prizes in its monthly sweepstake and a total of $50,000 in its quarterly drawing.
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Mini Warehouse Almacenes releases 3rd issue of its digital magazine
October 10, 2011
As part of its strategy to share relevant news content with the general community, self-storage company Mini Warehouse Almacenes recently launched the third edition of its MWA digital magazine, dedicated to family entertainment.
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Technologic Valley offers Microsoft certifications
October 5, 2011
Technology training solutions company, Technologic Valley, will start offering its Microsoft systems administration certification courses starting next month, company officials said Tuesday. An orientation session is planned for next week.
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SBA deadline for physical damage disaster loans Oct. 26, 3 towns added to list
October 5, 2011
The U.S. Small Business Administration this week reminded eligible private nonprofit organizations of the Oct. 26 deadline to submit disaster loan applications for damages caused by Hurricane Irene on Aug. 21-24, 2011. The agency also added Loíza, Peñuelas and San Juan to the eligibility list.
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Ford Dealers Association donates ‘12 Ford Fiesta to Susan G. Komen
October 5, 2011
Puerto Rico’s Ford Dealers Association has donated a 2012 Ford Fiesta to the Susan G. Komen/Race for the Cure organization that will be raffled as part of its fundraising efforts. This is the sixth consecutive year that Ford, through its “Warriors in Pink” program, is supporting the nonprofit dedicated to fighting breast cancer.
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Grocer SuperMax launches home delivery service
October 5, 2011
Retailer SuperMax recently launched its “Pon SuperMax” delivery program, testing the service out at its De Diego and Isla Verde locations. The service could benefit clients who depend on the metropolitan area bus service, which is on strike this week.
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Walgreens joins breast cancer fight
October 4, 2011
Under the slogan "Let hope grow," Walgreens launched a campaign Monday that establishes the analogy between the celebration of a rebirth after beating breast cancer and giving life to a tree by planting it to support the Susan G. Komen de Puerto Rico Foundation and its “5K Race for the Cure.”
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Chevron launches fundraiser to benefit kids with cancer
October 4, 2011
Chevron Puerto Rico, which operates on the island under its Texaco brand, and its network of retailers, has joined the "Pumpkins of Hope" fundraising campaign to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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T-Mobile launches HTC Amaze 4G, Samsung Galaxy S II smartphones
October 3, 2011
Wireless carrier T-Mobile this weekend unveiled the two newest smartphones joining its portfolio of products the HTC Amaze 4G and Samsung Galaxy S II, the first to take advantage of its 4G (HSPA+ 42) network technology.
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‘Orgánica’ yogurt maker nabs prestigious industry award
October 3, 2011
Natural Awakenings-Puerto Rico magazine held its “Natural Choice” awards this weekend, bestowing its “Yummy Award” (Local Edible Product), to Orgánica Yogurt and its founder, Antonio Castro-Barreto. It is the second time the entrepreneur has received the distinction, and his company is the only one in Puerto Rico to have it, Orgánica officials said.
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Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Chef José Andrés strike restaurant deal
October 1, 2011
The management of the Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve — an ultra-luxury hotel property slated to open December 2012 — announced Friday a partnership agreement with award-winning Chef José Andrés to open his first restaurant outside the U.S. mainland at the property. The related investment was not revealed.
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BBVA Auto participating in islandwide weekend car sale event
September 30, 2011
BBVA Auto, one of the island’s largest vehicle financing firms, will be participating during this weekend’s “The Sale” event, Sept. 29-Oct. 3, at 12 dealerships throughout the island where more than 2,000 new and used cars will be available for sale.
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Fusionworks garners international recognition
September 30, 2011
Local software developer Fusionworks recently received an international award from SAP, picking it as the regional winner during a recent business partners annual meeting in Mexico.
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